Voyage Newsletter Vol. 8 No. 1 August 2020

VOYAGE The Official Student Publication of LPU-Laguna Vol. 8, No. 1 August, 2020 New normal in the new beginning by: Jezabel Alves T he transition to a more re- How to succeed Observance of Physical Distancing laxed community quaran- in new normal tine was announced despite Socializing is a human need. How- the continuous peak of reported Consistent Personal Hygiene ever, as we face the new normal, avoid- COVID-19 cases in the country. ing close physical contact with other hu- The new normal calls for some in- man beings has become an act of love. Since the world could never go back to teresting product innovations in the the way it was before the outbreak— market, even in the fashion world. Crowded malls are usual sites to us, at least, not yet—this so-called new Facemasks are now becoming part especially when the Christmas sea- normal has become a popular catch- of our outfit of the day (OOTD) since son approaches, but in the new phrase as we look forward to the they are mandatory to wear any- normal, this is a major holdback. resumption of social and economic where, especially when we are outside. The pandemic also turned our activities while combating the virus. Personal Protective Equipment (PPEs) smartphones as payment cards are also becoming the new fashion to promote contactless payments. The House of Representatives re- trend, as we check out fashionable PPEs cently proposed House Bill 6623 or rather than trendy summer clothes. New interiors of public utility vehi- the New Normal for the Workplace cles (PUVs) are also becoming vis- and Public Spaces Act of 2020. There are longer lists of brands sell- ible to conform to health standards. The bill sets protocols on new norms ing sustainable, embroidered, and The new normal for transportation today of physical distancing in public plac- has limited number of passengers, frequent es and other safety measures, which hand-beaded facemasks, which cleaning routines, availability of screens or may last for three years or until the shields inside, and digital transport systems. emergence of a viable vaccine that got people’s attention nowadays. can contain or eradicate COVID-19. Due to transportation restrictions, Alcohols and hand sanitizers are many have turned to the bicycle as their means for mobility whether for now must-haves in our pockets. work or for accessing necessities. They are our first line of defense against any Dine-in restaurants and fast food contamination—phones are more accept- chains cater to as many customers able to leave than these handheld shields. as they can before the crisis, how- Public spaces are also integrat- ever today, two-meter distancing be- ing hand washing and sanitizing sta- tween diners will be strictly followed. tions to promote physical hygiene. Dental clinics, salons, and other es- tablishments providing physical ser- vices are excessively disinfecting their area, tools, and equipment. >> Page 2

2 Vol. 8 No.1 << Front Page Online Business and Work from Home Truly, COVID-19 turned the world around as it changed how people move about. It has We never knew we took such events for Online businesses are quick to grab recalibrated every aspect of our lives, even granted until we missed once-in-a-life- the opportunity to expand their operations the way we socialize with other people. time events because of the pandemic. to assess the new situation of their custom- From graduations, birthday celebrations, ers. A sudden boom to online selling, such As the World Health Organization (WHO) to weddings, masses, and even funer- as clothes, food, beauty products, is evi- released the draft landscape of COVID-19 als, the loss of meaningful memories as dent in our social media feeds as we con- candidate vaccines, the world is in an under- a safety precaution is the new normal. trol ourselves to hit that add-to-cart button. way race to develop and mass-produce an effective vaccine to counter the pandemic. New Scheme of Learning In approaching the least possible physical contact lifestyle, the trend of Until then, people will fear the virus Online learning platforms will be the working online and work-from-home that will continually shape our lifestyles. primary mode of learning for students. became the starting point for the dig- Since physical classes are highly discour- ital transformation of the workplace. While the world was put on pause as the bat- aged, the Commission on Higher Educa- tle against COVID-19 goes on, we are giv- tion (CHED) promotes the use of virtual on- With demand to consider flexible work ar- en a chance to reexamine the way we lived line learning spaces to continue education. rangements such as reduced work sched- our lives before the outbreak happened. ule, however, internet connectivity concerns, It has also paved a way for us to Education will not really stop during and and remote work plan are also on the line. brace ourselves and be open for after crisis since according to CHED’s the possibility of new beginnings. recent advisory, higher education insti- This will be the option of business own- tutions using full online education can ers since enhanced health consider- open any time after May 31, 2020, while ations will be imposed in new work con- those using flexible learning can open ditions, from operations, physical set-ups, anytime in August 2020. Face-to-face or and even the number of employees. in person mode of learning of HEIs can open no earlier than September 1, 2020. LPU-L , LPU-SC adapt LFH scheme amidst COVID-19 outbreak by: Jezabel Alves and Armeen Kaur L yceum of the Philip- The Commission on Higher pines-Laguna (LPU-La- guna) and LPU-St. Education (CHED) said that Cabrini School of Health Sciences (LPU-SC) imple- the decision of Higher Edu- mented the Learn from Home (LFH) program effective April cation Institutions (HEIs) on 15, 2020 until the end of its current term to facilitate con- preparation of available flex- tinuous learning despite the COVID-19 pandemic. ible learning and other alter- The LFH program is an native mode of delivery in lieu approach in learning that takes advantage of technology. As of in-campus learning should face-to-face classes are high- ly discouraged nowadays, continue if they have the professors and students are maximizing virtual online learn- resources to do so. ing spaces where they can interact through virtual meet- They also stressed that the ings, online conversations, and document sharing in the decision must be reason- comforts of their own home. able, transparent, and out- comes-based validated. Executive Vice President and source of photo: https://www.facebook.com/DeVeraPopoy/ Vice President for Academic Affairs Dr. Flora V. Javier of LPU-Laguna explained that the institution implement- ed the Learn from Home scheme to address the needs of the students during the en- hanced community quarantine.

https://www.facebook.com/voyagelpulaguna 3 In consideration of the different capabilities of source of photo: https://www.facebook.com/DeVeraPopoy/ students, as well as teachers, specifically in terms of accessibility to internet and availabili- ty of gadgets, the Learn from Home program sought to meet required instructional competen- cies of the various programs,” added Dr. Javier. LYCEAN’S VOICES Despite the strife, there are also students that “Majority of the students miss online inter- see the benefit of the Learn from Home scheme. action,” Chef Palacol from CITHM stated. Different responses from the students “For those with no internet or crazy net con- emerged as the newly adapted scheme took ef- “I think the concept of Learning from nections like mine, it’s a source of stress,” fect. One of their primary concern is the limitation Home is for you to learn comfortably and stated CAS faculty Mr. Enrico Garcia. in terms of internet connectivity and resources. to continue to give quality education de- spite this pandemic,” Labaguis stated. “Not all students have internet connection. “Even though we have an internet connection. I This is definitely the major concern of students don’t have unlimited access to gadgets like lap- “Students can attend courses any- and even teachers,” stated Medical Labora- top,” said CBA student Kristine Dana Labaguis. time and anywhere as long as they have tory Science Program Chair Dr. Leah Quinto. the internet access,” mentioned Platon. CITHM student Jericho Panganiban Platon One of their major setbacks is the assess- explained that his place usually loses pow- “One thing that I appreciate in this ‘Learn ment if students really understand the con- er and internet connectivity is inconsistent. from Home scheme’ is that I realize that I cepts and techniques presented to them. should have taken advantage of the time na Some students also had a tough time ad- nakakapag-aral ako nang face-to-face dis- “I encounter difficulties in assessing my justing to the Learn from Home setup since cussion with my profs,” Roxas explained. students if they really learn the concepts they are used to face-to-face discussions Their teachers’ determination is also ap- and techniques since virtual meetings are while some worry if they are actually learning. preciated by the students as they con- discouraged,” explained COECS teach- tinue to impart their knowledge and give er Engr. Glenn Christopher Lambino. CAS student Jerome dela Rosa rhetori- considerations despite the pandemic. cally asked if he really learned something Despite the challenges of the professors, they and if he is ready for the next school year. “For our professors, thank you for your recognize their students’ concerns and ensure “Same quality of education ba ang na- considerations at sana hindi pa rin mag- that they will still provide continuous learning tatanggap ko sa LFH?” asked dela Rosa. sawang intindihin kami. Hoping for and assistance to their students through dif- your safety and health,” said Roxas. ferent strategies and adjustments. Mr. Garcia “For other students, maybe applicable sa is in constant communication with his students kanila iyong ‘learn from home scheme,’ “I really appreciate the effort they put in for us to and encourages the culture of kumustahan. pero for other students like me mahihi- continue learning and their willingness to extend “We have a Facebook group. I also ini- rapan akong mag-adjust since nasanay their help for their dear students. I’m very thank- tiate the kumustahan scheme; reach- akong face-to-face ang discussion,” men- ful to them, they are heroes,” added Labaguis. ing out to students in my ‘no show list.’ tioned COECS student Andrea Nicole Roxas. EDUCATORS IN VOLUME That’s the only way I encourage them to ac- Since their houses are now the new learning cess their LMS and share with others the con- environment of the students, they experience The teachers from different departments tent, so no one is left behind,” said Mr. Garcia. inconvenience brought by their surroundings are also experiencing different challenges from in terms of accomplishing their requirements. the implementation of the LFH scheme. “LMS helped us deliver our lectures and Distractions are rampant as they also need to car- other instructional materials using asyn- ry other responsibilities they have in their homes. Some of them worry about their stu- chronous type of online classes. We pro- dents’ internet connectivity and men- vide modules and lectures hoping that “Hindi lang naman din kasi ito ‘yong responsibil- tioned that some miss online interactions. our students can understand the topics. ities ko at home, marami ring iba pang ginaga- wa,” stated CAM student Elizza Marie Arcilla. “Ang problema ko is wala akong drive para mag-aral at saka gumawa ng mga seat- works or activities not because I don’t want to but because hindi ako comfort- able sa environment ko,” explained Roxas. Some students are also confused on why some professors set deadlines even though the insti- tution already released guidelines affirming that student requirements are due on June 7, 2020. “Kasi meron pa rin silang sine-set na deadline given na may memo nang nilabas,” added Arcilla. >> Page 4

4 Vol. 8 No.1 If there’s any question or further discussion, we LPU-L & LPU-SC welcome New Pirates try to reach out to them through other social me- by: Jaira Jannielle Orillaza dia platforms,” stated Dr. Quinto. F rom the discussion of expecta- “We aim to give you the skills, the atti- With the innovative ways that professors have tions for the upcoming school year, tude, and above all, the spirit to keep been doing to reach out to their students in the to a reminder of keeping oneself moving on and to be successful in LFH scheme, they see the positive response of healthy and safe, LPU-Laguna and the years ahead,” added Dr. Laurel. their students to the activities and lectures pre- LPU-St. Cabrini, despite physical barri- Assistant Vice President for Academ- sented to them. ers, welcomed a new batch of Lyceans ic Affairs (AVPAA) and Dean of Col- through Zoom on Tuesday, June 30, 2020. lege Business Administration (CBA), “They are okay with it naman since wala namang Mr. Christopher Dennis Catapang, in- deadline iyong submissions nila,” said Engr. The orientation started with a vir- troduced the students to the Laurelian Lambino. tual campus tour, showing the students Learning Experience, a learning expe- the LPU-L and LPU-SC facilities like rience offered exclusively to Lyceans. “Majority of my students comply with the require- the gymnasium, dorms, and buildings. ments. So far, I am satisfied with the quality of This learning experience is designed to help outputs they submitted,” mentioned Mr. Garcia. Other LPU branches (LPU-Batan- students prepare for life by focusing on per- gas, LPU-Cavite, LPU-Manila, and sonality development and broadening one’s However, the decrease of the number of stu- LPU-Davao) were also shown. horizons with activities and simulations. dents submitting their outputs is also observed. Meanwhile, Director of Virtual Learn- LPU-Laguna, LPU-Batangas, and LPU- ing Environment (VLE), Dr. Neil Bal- “When we introduced the Learn from Home Davao President, Dr. Peter P. Lau- ba, explained the Learning Manage- scheme which is self-paced, it was expect- rel, graced the orientation with a re- ment System (LMS) tools that will be ed that the number of students submit- minder to continue pursuing learning. used for the e-learning of students. ting decreased,” explained Chef Palacol. “LPU plus online class is equal “It is important that all of you will contin- to success,” said Dr. Balba. As how professors see the responses of their stu- ue to learn, not just during your class- dents to the LFH scheme, they also clearly see the room hours or on your virtual classes He also added that students will advantages of the newly implemented scheme. or face-to-face, when the time comes. be trained and will be prepared for the flexible learning scheme. Some said that it delivers convenience, It is important that you learn even less expenses, and students can achieve during your spare time,” said Dr. Laurel. A total of 97 freshmen students attended the excellent grades in each assessment. He also shared LPU’s goal to aid the stu- first batch of online orientation. The next is dents to be equipped in this COVID-19 era. expected to be held on the 2nd week of July. “We have the freedom to use our time unlike in tra- ditional learning or face-to-face instruction that we source of photo: LPU Concert Singers LPU Artists and have to follow a fixed schedule,” Dr. Quinto said. Athletes Go Online L PU-Laguna’s Athletics Department “You can manage your time well, less stressful utilized its online platform to pro- by: Armeen Kaur and Angela Laron in commuting going back and forth to school, mote fitness while the Office of Cul- more practical because you can save on daily ture and Arts performed virtually to “Why not kami mismo ang magbigay no’ng allowance for transportation and meals,” men- continually provide entertainment during the mga workout routines, ‘yong mga sample tioned CBA Program Chair Dr. Leonore Alusen. enhanced community quarantine (ECQ). ng workout routines na puwedeng gayahin The ECQ did not hinder the ath- ng mga students natin, ng mga teachers, “They have the time to master the content of letes of LPU-Laguna to practice fit- ng mga admin,” explained Coach Mea. the modules and at the same time, to achieve ness and encourage other people to excellent grades in each assessment (the do so. They uploaded workout videos LPU-Laguna athletes enjoyed do- answer is all in the web),” added Sir Garcia. on their Facebook page for those who ing the video but encountered chal- want to exercise inside their homes. lenges like maintaining one’s focus Professors reached out to their stu- and doing the workout routine alone. dents and told them to stay safe. Head of Athletics Department Coach Ha- “No one’s there to instruct you or look zel Mea has been seeing several workout after you. It feels like you just want to They understand that there are difficulties intro- videos on Facebook, which inspired her to skip the workout or reduce the time and ducing a new normal in the education system, but initiate the online project, called: How to be exercises, also it’s a little bit hard to fo- they encourage them to not stop from learning as Physically Fit in the Comfort of your Homes. cus because there are too many distrac- this is the time to learn and educate everyone. tions,” explained Charlene Panti of the LPU-L Women’s Volleyball Team players. “This is a ground for all the students to have more patience, be resource- >> Page 5 ful and resilient,” encouraged Dr. Alusen. “Take full responsibility on how to take good care of yourself. In the academ- ic setup, chances are freely given during trying times, grab it!” stated Mr. Garcia. >> Page 7

https://www.facebook.com/voyagelpulaguna 5 << Page 4 the struggle of producing the online con- plish this. But it was still very fulfilling in tents since the artists from the different the end as we got the result we aimed for. Coach Mea was delighted with the out- organizations are stage artists. Internet I also believe we were able to relay an im- come of the video since it got 7.2k views, connectivity also became a difficulty. portant message in a way that we know 114 reactions, and 83 shares as of May 20, how and that is singing to be heard,” 2020. Since mass gatherings and physical For the artists, the missing presence stated LCS member Jess Hernandez. interactions are discouraged nowadays, of their teammates and having a differ- LPU-Laguna’s Athletics Department plans ent environment than their usual train- “We still managed to do the output despite to provide online tutorials on basic vol- ing grounds impose difficulties when the situation that we are facing. Because leyball and basketball skills and e-sports. executing online projects. “It’s hard to if you want to do it, there is a way to do dance alone. It’s a different experience it,” said LTE President Chesca Belarmino. Meanwhile, the passion for perform- to be dancing with your teammates,” ing goes on for the LPU-Laguna art- stated LPDT President Tana Marco. The Office of Culture and Arts will ists even when it means performing for continue to maximize digital plat- the virtual audience in the online world. The LPDT has weekly dance assign- forms since the audience cannot per- ments that they upload on Facebook. sonally watch their performances. The LPU Concert Singers (LCS) and LPU Theater Ensemble (LTE) provided socially It gives them an opportunity to con- Several theater performances and con- relevant entertainment as the LPU Pirates tinue their training and provide en- certs have been available online for free. Dance Troupe (LPDT) members showed tertainment at the same time. their skills through their dance assignments. Theater productions like Ang Huling El “The pandemic may be far from over but I’m Bimbo was available for online stream- “We have to think of something that will certain that this will not stop us from doing ing, and bands like Ben&Ben held on- make artists productive during the quaran- what we love the most—dance,” said Marco. line concerts; which manifests the new tine,” said Office of Culture and Arts Direc- “It really took us some time to accom- normal of the entertainment industry. tor, Mr. Wilzon Vitug. Mr. Vitug recognizes LPU Alumni & Admin join the call to heal as one by: Jezabel Alves L PU-Laguna’s Alumni Society, facul- ty, admin, and students joined forc- es in extending help to maintenance and outsourced personnel of the in- stitution during the global heath pandemic. The project, headed by Institutional So- “We have decided to extend the Bayanihan source of photo: LPU-Laguna ISRO cial Responsibility Office (ISRO) Direc- Project among our displaced employees. tor Ms. Kay Losabia and Human Re- They discussed and planned to raise funds source Management and Development Some faculty members gave their vol- ever since the community quarantine Office (HRMDO) Director Dr. Aileen untary contributions as well as the to help those affected by the pandemic. Balba, was able to reach out to 52 out- department heads,” said Dr. Balba. sourced employees and LPU-L guards “With the participation of the alumni so- with cash aides and in-kind goods. Meanwhile, LPU alumni through the Alumni ciety in this project, we consider this as Society, headed by MichaelAngelo Villaloid, an act of giving back to our Alma Mater. ISRO Director Kay Losabia shared that proved that LPU’s core values, especially the project started when some facul- service orientation, were instilled in them. The alumni society is grateful that LPU-Lhas ty members expressed their interest in been part of their character development. extending help to outsourced employ- ees who were greatly affected by the >> Page 6 sudden announcement of lockdown in NCR and Region IV-A last March. Some administrative staff were affected by the no work, no pay policy since not everyone could work from home. This also prompted the Bayanihan Project.

6 Vol. 8 No.1 << Page 5 We never hesitated to work together and St. Frances Cabrini Hospital, and Gen. share what we have to our less fortunate Emilio Aguinaldo Memorial Hospital. This will also imply that the institution members of the LPU family. And yes, not only fosters quality education but we heal as one,” expressed Dr. Balba. “This is our modest contribution to our also quality values,” shared Villaloid. LPU-Laguna & LPU-St. front liners for their untiring and ded- icated work, especially in this time. There were more than 40 alum- Cabrini also donated meat products to the ni that contributed to the ₱48,395.00 five COVID-19 hospitals, namely: JP Rizal With your valiant efforts, you are truly the that was raised by the organization. Memorial Hospital, Laurel Memorial Dis- heroes of this battle,” said Director Losabia. trict Hospital, Batangas Medical Center, “The spirit of bayanihan is truly alive in LPU-Laguna and LPU-SC. VOYAGE Editorial Board Editor-in-Chief Jezabel Alves Associate Editor Armeen Kaur Writers Alec Kyla Sison Jaira Janelle Orillaza Blessie Joy Tamayo Layout Artist Gian Aloysius Aquino Publication Adviser Ms. Kimry Gonzales Publication Consultant Ms. Anna Kagaoan ON-GOING JOIN US NOW! RECRUITMENT Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/voyagelpulaguna WRITERS E-mail: [email protected] ARTISTS GRAPHIC ARTISTS PHOTOJOURNALISTS

https://www.facebook.com/voyagelpulaguna 7 << Page 4 NEW NORMAL IN THE SCHOOL YEAR “This is an unprecedented time of seri- ous disruption and while we recognize ADMINISTRATION’S INTERVENTION CHED Chairperson De Vera III said the difficult conditions of learning at this last April 30 that universities and col- point, we encourage the use of free time The LPU-L and LPU-SC adminis- leges implementing flexible learning may to continue learning thru readings, as- tration acknowledges that their profes- start school year 2020-2021 in August. signments, resources, and materials sors and students were skeptical about that are available,” added Dr. Javier. the effectiveness of full online class- He explained that flexible learning for es, given that LPU-Laguna is adapting HEIs involve a combination of digital and “We are in a very difficult and chal- a blended approach during pre-ECQ. non-digital technology and does not nec- lenging time. No nation was prepared essarily require connectivity. While those for this. The whole world was taken by They also said that all mentioned con- HEIs using residential or a face-to-face surprise. But we have to move on.” – Dr. cerns were factors that LPU-Laguna had setup can start classes in September. to consider to further fine-tune the in- Meanwhile, LPU-L and LPU-SC ad- Flora Javier ternal rules and regulations (IRR) of the ministration is confident in utiliz- previous online delivery, as they contin- ing the flexible learning approach. The Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) ually listen to the challenges of students has drastically changed many as- and teachers during in this pandemic. “We in LPU-Laguna and LPU-Saint Cabri- pects in our everyday lives. ni have made considerable advances in The education sector is not an ex- “Our students were quite assertive to this area and we are confident that we emption as the academe shifts voice out their sentiments using different are capable and ready to start the Aca- to a new learning paradigm. channels, which is something we take as demic year 2020-2021 in August utiliz- The world was taken aback but one positive trait. While some comments ing flexible learning,” stated Dr. Javier. the earth never stopped rotating. against the Learn from Home scheme were The administration appeals to their stu- quite harsh, the management has main- dents to continue having an open line of While adjustments are crucial in the early tained maximum tolerance, as we sincere- communication to the academic offices phase as we move towards the new nor- ly understand the anxiety that everyone using official channels so that specif- mal, there is no other way but to go on. is facing right now,” explained Dr. Javier. ic issues are identified and addressed. “Teachers too felt a little disorientation Lyceans prevail in PRC Board Exams during the inevitable migration to full on- 2019 line delivery. We are so blessed to have teachers who managed their routine and by: Jezabel Alves resources to this new learning environ- ment,” added Dr. Javier. LPU-L and LPU- E mphasizing once again the aim PSYCHOMETRICIANS SC do recognize that the Learn from of producing new breeds of in- Home scheme is far from being fool-proof. dividuals who would take the CAS psychology alumna Via Marie Zen However, the management said that they lead in the real world, LPU-Laguna Parabuac landed at the Top 10 of the Psy- have done interventions like constant and LPU-St. Cabrini School of Health chometrician Board Exam October 2019. consultations with school officials, tempo- Sciences welcomed November with a rary suspension of payments, and mod- blast on the board examination results. Caila Mae Blancia ifications of other class requirements. Carl Stephen Corcolon Cabrini School of Health Sciences Arah Mae Herrero “We have met the school officials through welcomed November with a blast Carmela Lamano various councils and committees (Zoom on the board examination results. Lara Jane Marfa meetings) to thresh out alternative measures Hanah Alliana Pernia that may be given to the students to help Each college department—College Herlene Joyce Quiazon them comply with curricular assignments,” of Arts and Sciences (CAS), College Franchezca Marie Zaraga, and of Business and Accountancy (CBA), Maryl Dabryl Oida “For the internship classes, special proj- College of Engineering and Comput- ects were given by internship coordina- er Studies (COECS), and College are newly registered psychometricians as tors in coordination with the college to of Allied Medicine (CAM) proud- well. replace the lacking hours for practicum,” ly sailed with passing rates in the recent board exams for psycho- “In other subjects, the Deans have been in- metricians, customs brokers, structed to be creative and resourceful so civil engineers, and nurses for that they could think of alternative activities October and November 2019. to make up for the missed lectures/labora- tory hours. However, for subjects that real- ly need behavioral competencies, students will be given No-Grade-Yet (NGY) marks, but will be allowed to complete required skills activities within one year upon re- sumption of classes,” explained Dr. Javier. >> Page 8

8 Vol. 8 No.1 << Page 7 CIVIL ENGINEERS Engr. Jioso Aren N. Ramilo, and Engr. Patrick Jess T. Rapsing CUSTOMS BROKERS Passers for the Civil Engineering Licen- sure Examination (CELE 2019) were: CIVIL ENGINEERS Passers for Customs Brokers Licen- sure Examination (CBLE 2019) include: Engr. Wilma O. Alargne The LPU-St. Cabrini School of Health Sci- Engr. Kristel M. Aguilar ences also thrived in the Nursing Board Angela M. Arellano Engr. Jaime E. Lagdamen Exam, with their alumni: Elaine Miel C. Baldo Engr. John Paul B. Lintan Gerard Antonio S. De Leon Engr. Jomar M. Llanto Ma. Crizyl V. Aravejo Xeina De Chavez Dimaculangan Engr. Genelle M. Maghirang Gelain C. Eguia Fazeela Faraz L. Islam Engr. Marlon C. Magpantay Mia Stephanie G. Fajardo Ronice Almira M. Monfero Engr. Denise Lianne G. Manzano Rebecca Shandie B. Maranan Jeriel L. Quiaonza Engr. Ella Katrina M. Manalo Jean Cyril V. Salisi Chelsea L. Villarin Engr. Klinton R. Montecillo Angeli-nette H. Valencia, and Tyrenel M. Villanueva, and Engr. Denmark T. Milla Russel Mae Giron Lyra Dinnisse C. Zorilla Engr. Michael D. Narvaez COECS papers bag Best Paper in International Conference by: Armeen Kaur L PU-L’s College of Engineer- source of photo: Center of Research, Publication, and Intellectual Property ing and Computer Sciences (COECS) brought home two best frey Curbano, Engr. Althea Mendoza, the faculty are engaged in research and the paper awards from the 13th EU- Ms. Mirafe Prospero, Dr. Gerby Muya, management supports such engagement,” RECA International Engineering Re- and Dean Favis Joseph Balinado. said Center for Research, Publication, and search Conference in Taylor’s Universi- According to Roble, joining an international Intellectual Property Director Dr. Muya. ty in Malaysia last November 27, 2019. conference helped her gain more confidence. Dr. Muya also added that research con- The research papers awarded were up- “In that experience, I gained a lot of confi- ferences are good platforms for shar- per extremities musculoskeletal disorder dence not only because I won an award but ing knowledge and unless knowledge is related to the use of computer and mo- because of the opportunity that LPU-Lagu- shared, it remains futile and pointless. bile phone technology presented by BS na and COECS department gave me as Industrial Engineering student Christine they trusted me to present,” narrated Roble. EURECA is an international research Hannah Mae Cayabyab and Design and conference that aims to provide re- implementation of water velocity monitor- Conferences, both local and international, searchers a platform to expand their ing system based on hydropower genera- allow Higher Educational Institutions (HEIs) knowledge and exchange ideas in the tion and Antonyan Vardan transform (AVT) to form networks for future collaborative field of Engineering and Technology. statistics presented by BS Electronics En- works which allow knowledge to thrive. Fourteen COECS students (13 from gineering student Mariela Belen Roble. “Participation in international con- LPU-Laguna and 1 from LPU-Batan- ferences signifies a vibrant research gas) successfully presented their re- These research papers were conducted culture in an institution; meaning, spective researches in the conference. under the supervision of Dr. Ryan Jef-

https://www.facebook.com/voyagelpulaguna 9 DANGAL EMPOWERS FRESHIES by: Armeen Kaur L yceum of the Philippines-Lagu- Guest speaker and senior pas- source of photo: LPU DANGAL na’s (LPU-L) new student orga- tor in Victory Church Calamba, Pas- nization for the LGBTQ+ com- tor Jared Jenrick Gundran remarked to be empowered, to be en- munity, LPU-Dangal, organized its first that the goal of his talk is to equip lightened, and to be optimistic. seminar for the freshmen of College and empower students that serve as of Arts and Sciences last September a reminder that they are valuable. “As the title suggests, Draft, we are 17, 2019 at the LPU-L Gymnasium. all mere unfinished stories and even Pastor Gundran mentioned that with the years of existence, we have The seminar, with the theme: confidence is a product of hav- more to discover from ourselves,” said Draft: Looking for answers in this world ing faith in oneself, which lead Dangal President Rafael Sydiangco. full of questions, aims to give enlight- them to acquire social awareness. enment about students’ own identities. “We are LPU-Laguna Dangal, an Throughout his talk, he gave deep example and a reminder that ev- LPU sings Joy of emphasis on core convictions, eryone should march with pride Giving for a Cause saying that the students should and uphold honor, equality, and not revolve around social con- service,” expressed Sydiangco. structs. The seminar had three main objectives for the students— The new organization promotes an- ti-discriminative actions, equality, by: Jezabel Alves and justness in the LPU community. W ith the theme, Joy of giving, college councils and the whole LPU-L “The mini-concert was more like a re- the willingness of the hearts to & LPU-SC community for raising funds. turn of service since students have tak- give prevailed in Lyceans as en part of giving funds for Dr. Terry. they unite in jam last Septem- “We have plans but it is God who executes ber 12, 2019 at the LPU-L gymnasium. the plans so we now leave everything to “It was for the students as well to God and pray for the best of one of the make them feel the presence of Dr. The Office of Student Affairs (OSA) and school’s beloved family member, Dr. Ter- Terry and how important she is in Lyceum Supreme Student Council initiated ry,” said Dr. Javier while remembering that the institution,” mentioned Algozo. this fundraising event to support Institution- Dr. Terry has been working with LPU for 5 al Social Responsibility Office (ISRO) Direc- years and is popularly called, Mommy Terry. The ISRO Station ID Joy of giving was per- tor, Dr. Maria Teresita de-Belen S. Alvaro, Students from each college department formed by the LPU student leaders to close who suffered from critical health condition. displayed their talents in dancing, sing- the event. ing, and speaking poetry in a mini concert. Executive Vice President, LSSC President Michael Vincent Algozo The event was a success as the funds emphasized that the concert is a way of raised went to Dr. Terry’s hospital bills and Dr. Flora V. Javier com- giving back to Dr. Terry, who led the in- medical needs. stitution in social responsibility activities. menced the event and praised the initiative of the college coun-

10 Vol. 8 No.1 LPU-SC holds Leadership CITHM students hook the Gold Development Program by: Alec Kyla D. Sison by: Blessie Joy Tamayo L PU-St. Cabrini School of Health P roving their tagline, “Ex- source of photo: Dean Chef Abram Peralta Sciences (LPU-SC) conduct- perience Excellence,” ed its first Leadership Devel- the College of Interna- Below is the list of LPU-L Winners: opment Program (LDP) August 24 tional Tourism and Hos- Virtual Tour Guiding Category and 31, 2019 (first batch) and Sep- pitality Management (CITHM) Ms. Billy Anne Baldovino from the Inter- tember 14, 2019 (second batch). bagged gold awards in the national Travel and Toursim Management 1st Association of Administra- (ITTM), coached by Ms. Krisnale Yale The program was headed by tors in Hospitality, Hotel and Tolentino and Mr. Christian Aguado; LPU-SC Red Cross Youth (LPU SC- Restaurant Management Edu- RCY), the catalyst of the medical stu- cational Institutions (ACHIAAHR- Fruit and Vegetable Carving Category dents to become an official member MEI) National Inter-School Palamuti ng Pasko entry by Mr. Je- of the Red Cross Youth Philippines. Skills Competition 2019. riel Encarnado from the Cruise Line The first batch was for Medical Tech- Operations in Culinary Arts (CLOCA), nology students. source of photo: Dean Chef Abram Peralta coached by Chef John Carlo Palacol and Chef Abram Emmanuel Peralta; There were trainings and orienta- The competition, entitled: En- tions about the history and prin- hancing Hospitality and Tourism: Live Dessert Flambé Category ciples of the Red Cross and the Meeting the Challenges of IR 4.0 Mr. John Gabriel Balabat from CLO- proper use of Red Cross emblems. was held in Astoria Culinary and CA, coached by Ms. Joyce Ba- Hospitality Institute (ACHI), Pasig gui, Chef John Carlo Palacol, and The second batch was for allied City last September 25-27, 2019. Chef Abram Emmanuel Peralta; health students—Pharmacy, Nurs- The event was meant to ex- ing, and Radiologic Technology. ecute the utmost excellence Culinary Challenge Category of knowledge, skills, and tal- Instructors facilitated the Basic ents in different areas of Hos- CLOCA students, Mr. Piolo Dela Cruz Leadership Training which included pitality and Tourism Manage- and Mr. Aldrin Geric Castillo, with Ms. So- development of their basic leadership ment through competitions. fia Grace Bernas of LPU Culinary Institute skills, teamwork, and camaraderie. coached by Chef Nelson Gamurot; and Leadership award, certificates On The Spot Wedding Cake of completion, and member- Decoration ship ID’s were also distributed. Mr. Riu Kurokawa and Ms. Rench Antoi- nette Payawal, both from CLOCA, coached LPU-SC RCY re-established them- by Chef Abram Emmanuel Peralta. selves to gain membership from RCY Philippines since they became inactive Other Participating Schools in- in the past years. They also wel- clude LPU schools (Batangas, comed new organization members. Cavite, Manila), Colegio de San Juan de Letran, University of Baguio, Cagayan State University, Urdaneta State University, STI College Global City, Trinity University of Asia, Cebu Technological University, and Manuel S. Enverga University Foundation.